January 27
The Heart of America Athletic Conference and Visit Overland Park Announce Partnership Naming Overland Park the “Home of The Heart”
Three-Year Agreement Positions Visit Overland Park to be The Heart's Official Tourism Partner
Press Releases
Stay informed with the most recent press releases highlighting the people, places, and events that make Overland Park shine.
From city updates to tourism news, this is your go-to source for official announcements and story leads.
Press Releases
September 18, 2025
Visit Overland Park and the Association of Pickleball Players Announce Five-Year APP Tour Stop
Tournaments to be hosted at AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk in Overland Park, recognized as “The Nation’s Most Pickleball-Obsessed City”
May 22, 2025
Visit Overland Park Announces Record Numbers for 2024
OVERLAND PARK, KS, May 22, 2025 (Visit Overland Park) – Tourism in Overland Park proves to be an important catalyst for the city and regional economy…
April 9, 2025
USA Pickleball and UTR Sports Announce Golden Ticket Tournament in Overland Park
USA Pickleball, in partnership with UTR Sports, is bringing elite competition to the heart of the Midwest with the Overland Park Open, an official USA Pickleball…
October 3, 2024
2024 USYS Midwest Regional Championship Economic Impact
The 2024 U.S. Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships, held from June 21–26, was a major win for Visit Overland Park, the Overland Park community and the…
September 12, 2024
Overland Park Set to Welcome 1st Phorm Monster Games from 2025–2027
Beginning in 2025, The 1st Phorm Monster Games will bring top athletes to Overland Park for the very first time in a test of their fitness…
January 23, 2024
Overland Park, Kansas, Becomes First Home of the College Baseball Hall of Fame
The College Baseball Foundation and Visit Overland Park proudly announce that the College Baseball Hall of Fame will establish its inaugural physical location in Overland Park…